Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Puritan.
Puritan - as a noun
Someone who adheres to strict religious principles; someone opposed to sensual pleasures
A member of a group of english protestants who in the 16th and 17th centuries thought that the protestant reformation under elizabeth was incomplete and advocated the simplification and regulation of forms of worship
A person excessively concerned about propriety and decorum
Puritan - as an adjective
(often disapproving) acting or behaving according to the puritan morals (e.g. propagating modesty), especially with regard to pleasure, nudity and sex
Example Sentences
"The puritan beliefs of the community were reflected in their strict moral code."
"The town's puritan values prohibited the sale of alcohol within its limits."
"His puritan work ethic meant that he never took a day off and always arrived early to the office."
"They followed a puritan lifestyle, focused on simplicity, self-discipline, and self-denial."
"The puritan decor of the room consisted of simple wooden furniture and plain white walls."
Word Game Points
Is PURITAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, puritan is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PURITAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is PURITAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, puritan is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPURITAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is PURITAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, puritan is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPURITAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
